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Cancer Research

Puram named head of otolaryngology

Sidharth Puram, MD, PhD, a distinguished physician-scientist specializing in head and neck cancer surgery, has been named the head of the Department of Otolaryngology — Head & Neck Surgery at WashU Medicine.
Cultural Studies

WashU hosts Global (Un)Conference 2 Oct. 16-18

Global (Un)Conference 2, a meeting of the Urban Humanities Network, will take place around St. Louis Oct. 16-18. Featuring both academic and public-facing events, the conference is hosted by WashU’s “Engaged City” initiative, a Mellon-funded project that highlights the city’s cultural legacy.
Social Work

Michael Sherraden

Michael Sherraden, the George Warren Brown Distinguished University Professor at WashU, has dedicated much of his research to asset building. His efforts helped lay the groundwork for a recent federal law to help children and families.
Students

Leadership badge builds new skills, recognizes proficiency

the Leaders Cup Challenge, a team-based competition where students develop leadership skills through games and fun activities.
An initiative of the Bauer Leaders Academy, the Leadership Development Badge provides WashU students with new skills through workshops, personalized coaching and applied leadership experiences. The program is available to all undergraduate students at no cost. This month, the Bauer Leaders Academy hosts WashU Leadership Week.